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John Jay Booster Club Launches New Era of K–12 Unity, Athletic Growth & District-Wide Spirit

Cross River, NY — The Katonah-Lewisboro John Jay Booster Club proudly announces the beginning of a new chapter with the introduction of its new board — a milestone uniting parents from every school in the district, from elementary through high school, under one shared vision. This shift brings fresh ideas, fresh energy, and a renewed focus on connection, strength, and pride — together.

Whether a child is just stepping into elementary school or already competing under the Friday night lights as a Wolf at John Jay High School, family involvement strengthens the foundation of our athletic programs. The Boosters have long been the heart of how we elevate our teams — supporting facilities, equipment, programs, school events, and most importantly, student-athletes at every age. Over the years, Booster contributions have made a lasting impact: funding turf fields, the new gym, the scoreboard, and ongoing upgrades that benefit athletes across the district. These enhancements don’t just support high school players — they also improve the youth programs as well, creating better places for kids from kindergarten through 12th grade to play, grow, and compete.

This new direction emphasizes community engagement and the development of strong athletes from the ground up, with opportunities rooted in health, wellness, strength and conditioning, and long-term player development. By connecting kids early, we establish continuity — preparing our youngest students to one day take the field as confident, passionate varsity and JV athletes.

Kerri Otto, newly appointed John Jay Booster Club President and parent, shared:

“As a mom of three elementary kids, I’ve been on those school buses during field trips — hearing the children chant for the high school and imagining themselves out on that field. Their excitement is real. The kids chant "JOHN JAY" as they pass Contest field. They love the purple track. They want to be part of something bigger!”

That spark is exactly what the Booster Club is committed to fueling. Our goal is clear:

Fill the stands. Build tradition. Bring younger students to cheer for our varsity athletes. Let our varsity players be leaders for the kids that look up to them. Strengthen our facilities and all programs.

Because when children see older athletes under the lights, they dream bigger — and that dream becomes motivation, confidence, and drive.

We want every student — from kindergarten through senior year — to feel that they belong here. To cheer. To play. To grow. To lead. By connecting schools, building relationships, and engaging families, we are laying the foundation for the next generation of success — on the field and beyond.

This is only the beginning. We invite parents, alumni, community members, and supporters to join the movement and help build a lasting legacy of athletic excellence and school spirit.

Let’s rise together. Let’s build future leaders. Let’s fill the bleachers and fuel the spirit that starts young and lasts a lifetime.

 

Show your support of the John Jay Athletics program by joining as a member or renewing your membership in the John Jay Boosters Club for the 2025-26 school year!

We receive support from across all grades in the Katonah-Lewisboro School District, from alumni, from teachers & staff, and from community members. 

The John Jay Boosters Club was formed in 1981 to support the Katonah-Lewisboro School District's athletic programs and students. We are a public charity under the IRS code 501(c)(3).

The Boosters focus their efforts on raising money through memberships, sponsorships, and donations -- and spending it on the broadest array of programs possible.

We provide a structure to support all teams and encourage 100% participation from all team members and their families. The overall boosters club tries to focus on projects that will benefit the widest population of students. 

We also have team accounts with dedicated team treasurers drawn from our fantastic team parents who manage team-focused fundraising to support their specific needs and activities.

Having these team accounts allows the team the flexibility of managing their own unique financial needs and fundraising. At the same time, they are operating under the John Jay Booster Club organization for accounting and tax preparation -- so individual teams don't have to do this. We provide an overall organization so individual teams don't have to file non-profit tax returns and do compliance paperwork. 

Some of what we do includes:

In addition, the Boosters Club undertakes projects that have a lasting impact on the students in the K-L school district. Some of these projects have included:

We need your support to support our athletes!


Let us know if you have any questions: email info@johnjayboosters.org

See you on the fields, on the courts, in the gyms, in the pools, in the lanes, on the tracks & trails, on the ice, and on the snow!

-The John Jay Boosters Club Board

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